Ultherapy effects: Is it painful?

The Principle and Effects of Ultherapy

Hello 😊

I’m Dr. Kim Yeon-jin, director of UH CELL Gangnam (formerly Doctor Petit Clinic Gangnam),

located in Gangnam, Seoul- the heart of Korean aesthetic clinic.

Ultherapy is a treatment name that many people are already familiar with.

It has become one of the most representative lifting treatments offered at Korean aesthetic clinics in Gangnam, Seoul.

What is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy is a lifting device developed by the German company MERZ

and is one of the most well-known HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound) devices widely used in Korean aesthetic medicine.

A simple way to understand it is like how people commonly use brand names as general terms—

such as calling adhesive tape “Scotch tape” or referring to botulinum toxin treatments as “Botox.”

In Gangnam, Seoul’s Korean aesthetic clinics,

Ultherapy is often recognized as one of the most representative HIFU lifting treatments.

Key differences among various HIFU devices

Currently, Korean aesthetic clinics in Gangnam, Seoul use various HIFU lifting devices in addition to Ultherapy.

✔ 10 THERA
✔ Doublo Gold
✔ Shurink Universe
✔ Liftera
✔ Shurink (Original)
✔ LinearZ (ULTRAcel Z)

Although there are various HIFU devices available,

Ultherapy stands out with its unique and differentiated technology.

Ultherapy’s Key Technology: DeepSEE™

One of Ultherapy’s greatest advantages is its DeepSEE™ ultrasound imaging technology.

By allowing practitioners to visualize the skin layers and treatment depth in real time, it enables more precise energy delivery based on the patient’s individual skin structure.

This “visualized treatment” approach is regarded as a significant advantage among aesthetic procedures in Gangnam, Seoul.

What Effects Can You Expect?

Ultherapy, like other HIFU devices,

creates thermal coagulation points at different layers of the skin.

✔ Epidermis / Dermis
✔ SMAS layer
✔ Fat layer

You can think of this process as creating controlled micro-stimulation deep within the skin, which triggers the body’s natural regeneration response.

Just like how skin becomes stronger as it heals after an injury, ultrasound energy delivered deep into the skin can stimulate natural repair processes, leading to:

✔ Partial reduction of fat tissue
✔ Collagen remodeling
✔ Improved skin firmness

This process leads to the natural lifting effect associated with Korean aesthetic treatments in Gangnam, Seoul.

What is a Multi-HIFU program?

This is an approach I have consistently emphasized since my time at Doctor Petit Clinic Gangnam,

and it continues at UH CELL Gangnam today. 🙂

A Multi-HIFU Program combines Ultherapy with two or more HIFU devices to provide:

Detailed lifting treatment, customized energy delivery for each area,

and a balance between cost-effectiveness and results.

RF + HIFU Combination Treatments Are Also Available

At Korean aesthetic clinics in Gangnam, Seoul, not only HIFU devices but also radiofrequency (RF) devices are widely used.

✔ InMode
✔ Potenza

RF-HIFU combination programs that combine these devices with Ultherapy are also commonly performed.

This can be considered a more comprehensive lifting approach that addresses both skin elasticity and facial contour improvement.

There are various lifting devices available in Korean aesthetic clinics in Gangnam, Seoul, including:

Ultherapy, InMode, Shurink, Linear Z, and Potenza.

With so many options available, many people may feel unsure about which treatment is best suited for them. 🙂

The most important factor is selecting the right combination and intensity based on individual skin condition and facial structure.

If you are looking for a personalized lifting solution in Gangnam, Seoul—the center of Korean aesthetic medicine, we recommend consulting with UH CELL Gangnam (formerly Doctor Petit Clinic Gangnam). 😊

For more detailed inquiries and reservations, please contact us through our WhatsApp. 💌

UHCELL Dermatology Gangnam Branch (formerly Dr. Petit Clinic Dermatology Gangnam Branch) Director Kim Yeon-jin

📍 UH CELL Clinic Gangnam – Lifting Center
2nd & 3rd Floors, WD Building, 13 Teheran-ro 8-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

📍 UH CELL Clinic Gangnam – Anti-Aging Center
2nd Floor, UH FLAT GANGNAM Hotel, 11 Teheran-ro 10-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

📞 Tel: +82-2-6941-0375